Updates from Meir Panim, as Israel Fights off Third Wave of the Coronavirus
Israel is facing a record-breaking wave of COVID-19, with each day bringing news of rising cases and death rates. This has forced the Israeli government to extend its third lockdown until at least the end of January, with a possibility of an extension. The strain of the virus on Israel’s economy is growing daily and […]
Spirit of Kindness at Meir Panim Branches
At Meir Panim, our unique approach to giving has allowed us to bring communities together and create a sense of family among our patrons, staff, and volunteers. We understand that common bonds are created through helping others, which can create a ripple effect for doing good. We have had the opportunity to share these values […]
Daily Giving – Thank You from Meir Panim
Here at Meir Panim, we know what it means to be a daily giver. Every day, of every month, of every year, Meir Panim staff and volunteers all over Israel go out and make a difference in the lives of the thousands of needy Israelis. All year round, Meir Panim cooks thousands of meals, feeds […]
Warming Hearts Every Day All Over Israel
The past week in Israel was one of the coldest in recent memory. Jerusalem had its first snow day in two years, and its heaviest snowfall since 2014. And when the bitter winter sets in, Meir Panim prepares to bundle up those who are left in the cold. Early in the week, Meir Panim got […]
Purim at Meir Panim
Especially amidst the pandemic, Meir Purim has fully embraced the Purim spirit. One of the most important aspects of Purim is to take part in all of the customs and traditions: Sending baskets of food to friends and family Dressing up in costume Having a festive meal For Meir Panim’s clients, fulfilling these holiday traditions […]
Israeli Police Shoulders the Load
Here in Israel, the fight against COVID-19 is taken very seriously. The country has banded together to fight the pandemic.Israel has been under mandatory lockdown for more days than any country in the world, and today, they lead the world in vaccinating its population by a wide margin. Sitting at the forefront of the battle […]
Training the Next Generation of Chefs
Meir Panim recently launched a new and comprehensive Chef Training Program. The program consists of 20 at-risk teens from southern Israel and is designed to provide them with a working knowledge of the food industry. Everything from menu building, to seating arrangements, marketing plans, and of course food preparation, is covered over 20 sessions. Last […]
Holocaust Survivor Day Programs Return
As the final witnesses of the most horrific attempt at genocide in human history, Holocaust Survivors are a dwindling resource that needs to be treasured. There are fewer than 200,000 Holocaust Survivors in Israel today, and a shocking 25% of them live below the poverty line. With an average age of 87, almost 40 of […]
Meir Panim Activities in Sderot
Sderot is home to three of Meir Panim’s highly successful After School Neighborhood Youth Centers. The center addresses the needs of at-risk youth from disadvantaged backgrounds and engages them in different activities and special programs that focus on helping the youth develop life and academic skills while simultaneously providing a safe environment for them. Counselors […]
Government restrictions are easing and we can reopen our Restaurant-Style Soup Kitchens
The summer months have begun with good news in Israel as the government continues to ease restrictions and reopen its economy. Many of whom have been unemployed for months are getting back to work and adjusting back to normal life. Additionally, many of the restrictions that inhibited Meir Panim’s ability to care for the needy […]
